Randolph County, WV Public Records
Randolph County has an estimated population of 27,190 (2024) across 1,040 square miles of land. In West Virginia, deeds, mortgages and other land records are recorded by the County Clerk. Court cases are handled by the West Virginia Judiciary; use the official links below to find the courthouse and clerk for Randolph County.
📍 Randolph County at a Glance
| Population (2024 est.) | 27,190 Source: www2.census.gov ↗ |
| Land area | 1,040 sq mi Source: www2.census.gov ↗ |
| Largest community | ElkinsPopulation 6,698 (2024 est.) |
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⚖️ Criminal Records in Randolph County, WV
Criminal case records for Randolph County are kept by the West Virginia Judiciary. Misdemeanors and arraignments are generally handled by the local trial court, and felonies by the Superior Court. Many court records are public and can be viewed or copied at the clerk's office.
⚖️ Where to get criminal records for Randolph County
| State court system | West Virginia Judiciary |
🔍 Background Check in Randolph County, WV
A people search for Randolph County pulls together public records such as court cases, property records and address history. It is for personal use only: under the FCRA it may not be used to screen tenants, employees, or for credit or insurance decisions. The official record sources for Randolph County are listed below.
🔍 Where to get background check for Randolph County
| Sex offender registry | West Virginia State Police Sex Offender Registry Source: apps.wv.gov ↗ |
| State court system | West Virginia Judiciary |
📋 Arrest Records in Randolph County, WV
Arrest and booking records for Randolph County are created by the arresting agency — usually the local police department or the West Virginia State Police. Once someone is charged, the case becomes a court record at the court that handles criminal cases for the area.
📋 Where to get arrest records for Randolph County
| State court system | West Virginia Judiciary |
🏛️ Court Records in Randolph County, WV
Court records for Randolph County include civil suits, small claims, landlord-tenant cases, criminal cases, family matters and probate (estates). Below are the courts that serve Randolph County, with addresses from the official West Virginia Judiciary directory.
🏛️ Where to get court records for Randolph County
| State court system | West Virginia Judiciary |
🏠 Property Records in Randolph County, WV
In West Virginia, deeds, mortgages and other land records are recorded by the County Clerk. Property tax assessments are kept by the local assessor's office at the town or city hall.
🏠 Where to get property records for Randolph County
| Land records | In West Virginia, deeds, mortgages and other land records are recorded by the County Clerk. |
📜 Vital Records in Randolph County, WV
Certified birth and death certificates for West Virginia are issued by the state vital records office; in many areas a county or local office can also issue copies, so check with the county first. Statewide records can also be ordered from the West Virginia Health Statistics Center – Vital Registration Office.
📜 Where to get vital records for Randolph County
| State vital records office | West Virginia Health Statistics Center – Vital Registration Office Source: dhhr.wv.gov ↗ |
🔒 Sex Offender Registry in Randolph County, WV
The official sex offender registry for Randolph County is maintained by the state. Search it directly — it is free and updated by law enforcement. Registry information may not be used to threaten, intimidate or harass anyone.
🔒 Where to get sex offender registry for Randolph County
| Official registry | West Virginia State Police Sex Offender Registry Source: apps.wv.gov ↗ |
📄 Divorce Records in Randolph County, WV
Divorce cases in West Virginia are heard by the Family Court. The full divorce case file is kept by that court; a divorce certificate (a short summary record) can be requested from the West Virginia Health Statistics Center – Vital Registration Office.
📄 Where to get divorce records for Randolph County
| Divorce court | Divorce cases in West Virginia are heard by the Family Court. |
| State vital records office | West Virginia Health Statistics Center – Vital Registration Office Source: dhhr.wv.gov ↗ |
| State court system | West Virginia Judiciary |
Largest Communities in Randolph County
Elkins (6,698), Beverly (574), Mill Creek (538), Womelsdorf (Coalton) (179), Huttonsville (157), Montrose (138), Harman (92) 2024 population estimates, U.S. Census Bureau.